N43 ICD-10-CM Code: Hydrocele and spermatocele
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
N43Hydrocele and spermatocele
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where N43 sits
- 1
Chapter 14
Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
- 2
Section
Diseases of male genital organs (N40-N53)
- 3
Category N43
Hydrocele and spermatocele
- 4
Code N43
Hydrocele and spermatocele
Codes under N43
N43 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for N43.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for N43.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for N43.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- congenital hydrocele (P83.5)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for N43.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code N43 mean?
N43 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Hydrocele and spermatocele.”
Is N43 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. N43 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is N43 located in ICD-10-CM?
N43 is listed in Chapter 14, Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99), within Diseases of male genital organs (N40-N53) (N40–N53), under category N43, Hydrocele and spermatocele.
What coding notes are listed for N43?
No inclusion terms are listed for N43 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: congenital hydrocele (P83.5). No Excludes2 note is listed.